In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson

On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the court ruling on gubernatorial candidate Tommy Tuberville's residential status. And the Wildcard is about a cat that steals the show!

If you are plagued by mosquitoes and other flying insects this summer, attracting birds can help reduce them. Dr. Shirley Farrell, president of the Alabama Ornithological Society, joins us for an In Focus re-visit from spring. 

Today, Tisha Rhodes and Mark Harris bring you the story of the legendary Dixie Art Colony and its roots in Alabama. 

As America continues its 250th birthday celebration, Darley Newman visits In Focus with her new book, "Revolutionary Road Trip," to tell the story of a famous patriot known as the "swamp fox" and the Alabama town that bears his name. 

StoryCorps has an exciting new program called Connect 250, to commemorate America's 250th, and founder Dave Isay visits In Focus with a preview. 

On In Focus today, Colonel Bryan Morgan shares a mystery from a famous movie about the Battle of Gettysburg and the ghostly "extras" that appeared in the film.   

On July 8th, Alabama's replica of the famous Liberty Bell will be rededicated on the south lawn of the state capitol, and Steve Murray, director of the Alabama Department of Archives and History, shares a preview on In Focus. 

For the first part of our In Focus/Culture and Belonging "pod swap" we brought Carolyn Hutcheson in as a guest on Culture and Belonging, hosted by Rich Ledet and Wendy Broyles. Carolyn reflects on her four decades in broadcasting, discusses her passion for canoeing and outdoor education, and, like all guests on the show, gives her definition of culture. Stay tuned for the second half of the swap w...

On the Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the future of Montgomery's Jackson Hospital. And the Wildcard is floating on a lake in north Alabama!

A mysterious underwater forest lies off the coast of Alabama, and In Focus brings you the story from Al Jones of the Alabama Forestry Commission. 

If you're planning to celebrate America's birthday this summer, American Village in Montevallo, Alabama is bringing history to life. They're getting ready for a big birthday celebration July third and fourth. 

The Better Business Bureau is reporting that employment scams are at an all-time high, so the BBB share tactics to avoid if you're job hunting. 

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the recent deal with Iran. And the Wildcard is about a World Cup "cheerleader" named Merlin!"

If you're a fan of tomatoes, the tomato capital of the world is Slocomb, Alabama, city clerk Brooke Butler visits In Focus with a preview of the Slocomb Tomato Festival Jamboree coming this Saturday

Old Alabama Town in Alabama's capital city is celebrating Juneteenth next Saturday. And In Focus brings you a preview. 

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and Amanda Senn, director of the Alabama Securities Commission, visits In Focus to discuss the red flags that point to financial exploitation.

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses federal rules for SNAP benefits, and he also previews the Republican primary runoff. Plus, there's a furry surprise for the Wildcard!

Today, the "Back to Nature" series on In Focus brings you a conversation with William Holman, director of Dothan Area Botanical Gardens, about the gardens' "Wings of Wonder Butterfly House."

Today, art gallery owner Marcia Weber visits In Focus with the story of an Alabama preacher turned artist, whose legacy is a paradise garden.

On today's In Focus, Amber Mitchell discusses how Selma's historic Jackson Home was acquired by the Henry Ford Museum and moved to Dearborn, Michigan. 

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the Supreme Court's decision about Alabama's congressional map. And the Wildcard features a famous hairstyle!

The life of a Cherokee Indian with the name "Granny Dollar" reflects Alabama and Georgia history for today's In Focus Storyline book series. 

In Focus continues its "Pause for Animals" series with a visit with Christopher "Birdman" Joe, who talks about spring birding at his family farm in west Alabama. 

The Cultural Arts Center of Dothan is getting ready to showcase its "Dancing for the Arts" competition, and today's In Focus has a preview. 

On today's Newswrap from In Focus, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the confusion over Alabama's election maps. And the Wildcard has a thief caught in the act!